More about Music City Hotel/Hostel

8.4

Excellent

"I stayed here with a friend, location was excellent and staf..."

Will S.

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May 27, 2016

An overview

If what you're looking for is a conveniently located hotel in San Francisco (CA), look no further than Music City Hotel/Hostel. Only 1.3 Miles from the city center, the hotel's strategic location ensures that guests can quickly and easily reach many local points of interest. Also within easy reach are Craft Gym, Lumiere Theater, Saint Francis Memorial Hospital.

Music City Hotel is an immersive music experience where guests have access to fully equipped rehearsal studios, free local band showcases, live music, and pictorial displays honoring San Francisco’s most cherished artists. Travelers, musicians, and music-fans looking for a unique, interactive and convenient experience will be energized by the past, present and future of music at Music City Hotel.

Music City Hotel/Hostel offers impeccable service and all the essential amenities to invigorate travelers. Guests of the hotel can enjoy on-site features like free Wi-Fi in all rooms, daily housekeeping, laundromat, express check-in/check-out, luggage storage.

Guests can choose from 36 rooms, all of which exude an atmosphere of total peace and harmony. Besides, the hotel's host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. Music City Hotel/Hostel is an ideal place of stay for travelers seeking charm, comfort and convenience in San Francisco (CA).

Free coffee/tea and fresh fruit are offered daily as well as free luggage storage. Linens, toiletries, and towels are provided to all guests. All rooms include free music rehearsal time. Airport drop off services can be arranged by Music City Hotel/Hostel. Daily maid service is included. Interact with travelers from around the world, as well as local musicians in one of two shared lounges. Free WiFi in all rooms and common areas. Select rooms include an en suite bathroom.

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What they offer

10.0

Exceptional

"Everything was amazing especially for the price."

Steve

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February 20, 2018

Languages spoken

English

Internet access

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Wi-Fi in public areas

Things to do, ways to relax

Karaoke

Tours

Services and conveniences

Daily housekeeping

Luggage storage

Smoking area

Laundry service

Smoke-free property

For the kids

Family room

Access

Check-in/out [express]

Elevator

Pets allowed

Getting around

Airport transfer

Car park [nearby]

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Nearest essentials

Airports

San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

19.3 km

Oakland International Airport (OAK)

20.0 km

Public transportation

Civic Center Subway Station

1.1 km

Powell Street Subway Station

1.1 km

Hospital or clinic

Saint Francis Memorial Hospital

280 m

Shopping

Union Square

1.1 km

Convenience store

7 Eleven

920 m

Cash withdrawal

ATM

40 m

Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

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What to eat nearby

American cuisine

Fly Bar & Restaurant

130 m American, Bar, Pizza

Brick

130 m American

Sutter Street Bar and Grill

150 m American

Asian cuisine

Modern Thai

60 m Asian, Thai

Eat24Hours.com

240 m Asian, Pizza

wok shop cafe

250 m Asian, Chinese

Cafe

Quetzal Internet Cafe

60 m Cafe

Leland Tea Company

90 m Cafe

Dolce Amore

250 m Cafe

What's nearby

Popular landmarks

Union Square - 1.06 km

California Academy Of Sciences - 1.52 km

Lombard Street - 1.53 km

Fisherman's Wharf - 2.02 km

Pier 39 - 2.34 km

AT&T Park - 2.78 km

Exploratorium - 3.06 km

Alcatraz Island - 4.24 km

Golden Gate Park - 5.62 km

Golden Gate Bridge - 6.17 km

Nearby landmarks

Craft Gym - 150 m

Exodus Trust - 360 m

Great American Music Hall - 390 m

First Unitarian Church - 470 m

St. Markâ€™s Lutheran Church - 540 m

Obiko - 550 m

Scenic 49 Mile Drive - 550 m

Waxen Moon - 580 m

St. Mary's Cathedral - 610 m

San Francisco Ghost Hunt Walking Tour - 630 m

Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

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Property's guest policies

Children and extra beds

Minimum age of guests is: 0 year(s).

Guest's age

Extra bed

Children 0-14 year(s)

Stay for free if using existing bedding.

Extra beds may be requested directly from the property; additional charges may apply

Guests 15 years and older are considered as adults

Extra beds may be requested directly from the property; additional charges may apply

Others

Guest must have credit card to check in. No cash deposits will be accepted. Reception is open until 11pm. If check in is after 11pm, guest must contact the hotel directly for check in instructions.

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please ask the property for more details.

Music City is a great place to stay, fruit is always out, plenty of restaurants around., and the ”

If your looking to stay somewhere thats not expensive, great atmosphere, and kind people then Music City is the place.
The surroundings around the motel is fantastic get anywhere in the city in minutes.

Reviewed February 11, 2019

Thank you for taking the time to provide this feedback from your stay. It is great to hear you enjoyed our central location as is does make it easy to travel around to the different parts of the city. We strive to create a welcoming atmosphere for our guests.

Responded February 15, 2019

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8.4

Excellent

Lorcan from Ireland

Group

Junior Suite

Stayed 4 nights in October 2018

Cool place”

A really cool hostel. We got a good price too but there was construction outside and other loud mechanical noises at like 3am! No AC so you leave the window open. Didn't bother me but some might not like it. Black bedsheets had weird stains...

Reviewed October 29, 2018

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8.8

Excellent

IAN from Australia

Couple

Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

Stayed 1 night in September 2018

Top funky place!”

Super clean place in a great central city location! Our double room included a fridge, sink and desk. Steep stairs with no lift though. Only one shared microwave and small eating room. (No kitchen but lots of eateries in nearby streets.)

Reviewed September 07, 2018

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9.6

Exceptional

Aisyah from Indonesia

Solo traveler

1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory - Female Only

Stayed 2 nights in March 2018

Wide bed in the female dorm rooms”

I arrived at SFO about 9pm and the reception close at 11 pm. I took a shared ride van to get to the hostel quickly. I was surprised with the size of the bed. It's super wide and two people could stay there. I will stay there again when i come to San Francisco next time.

Reviewed May 06, 2018

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8.0

Excellent

Chun from Hong Kong

Solo traveler

1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Male Only

Stayed 1 night in March 2018

Good place to stay in SF, esp for music lovers”

The stay is a good value for money. I stayed in a shared room with 3 bulk beds.
Pro: good location with access to supermarkets and public transport, though not at the heart of downtown; clean room and bathroom; friendly and helpful staff; free music facilities trial for music lovers; free coffee and apples
Con: The room is small... not even enough space for me to open my suitcase; lack of bed lamp in the share room; facilities a bit old; need to do stairs and no lift; front desk is not 24hrs;

Reviewed March 06, 2018

Hello Chun!
Thank you for providing this feedback from your stay at Music City Hotel. We are happy to hear you enjoyed our complimentary coffee and apples and found our front desk staff friendly and helpful. Our front desk does close at 11pm daily however there is an after hours phone number posted on the front door if a guest has any assistance overnight before the office reopens at 9am. We are currently in the process of making certain updates to our shared dorm rooms and bed lamps at each bed is something we are working on. We hope to see you again in the future!

Responded May 22, 2018

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9.6

Exceptional

Piotr from Poland

Couple

Deluxe King Room with Private Bathroom

Stayed 3 nights in March 2018

Perfect start spot for exploring the city”

It was an excellent starting point for the trip around the city. The room was spacious and clean. The bathroom - a bit chilly, though still acceptable. There're excellent music rehearsal rooms in the basement, so I'd especially recommend this place to all the musicians.

Reviewed August 30, 2018

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8.0

Excellent

Kal from United States

Solo traveler

1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Male Only

Stayed 2 nights in June 2017

Hatching wonderland”

The famed beatnik culture of San Francisco has seemingly gone with the winds from silicone valley... yet Music City Hotel/Hostel shines a light of optimism in this disappointing tide of change. When the downstairs bar/venue is completed I'm sure this place will be the go-to for those with a nose for the artistic echoes of this famous city... however I wonder if the prices will rise with the completion of the facilities.... nonetheless I will look for a bed here if I ever-again grace the streets of San Fran Psycho ;)

Reviewed January 03, 2018

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10.0

Exceptional

Kyla from United States

Solo traveler

1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory with Private Bathroom - Female Only

Stayed 2 nights in October 2017

Fab”

Really really nice for a hostel. Proper beds, nice linens, room was more spacious than most hostels in the area (and I was in the 6 bed). Also in addition to a bathroom, each room has its own little kitchenette.

Reviewed October 03, 2017

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9.0

Exceptional

chu from China

Couple

Junior Suite

Stayed 8 nights in May 2014

wonderful stay-a rock star hostel”

value for money, very friendly staff, a rock star owned hotel.

it is a very lovely experience here. all the rooms are for backpackers. our room is a luxurious room with kitchen. the room is clean, staff is very good, friendly, helpful. location is great. just a few minutes walk to the centre of everything. and, we find out the owner is a rock star! the basement of the hotel is some rehearsal rooms for musicians. very special expereince to stay in a hotel related so much to music.

Reviewed May 24, 2014

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8.0

Excellent

Sek from Singapore

Solo traveler

Classic Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

Stayed 2 nights in December 2013

excellent value”

fast internet, helpful staff, great location

i was initially apprehensive about the shared bathrooms but it turned out great. i didn't have to wait as there were enough to go around. bathrooms were also acceptably clean. great location, easy walking to union square area. the music studio wasn't a problem as they wrapped up by 11pm. all in all, great price accommodation in notoriously expensive San Francisco.

Reviewed December 23, 2013

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8.3

Excellent

ONG from Malaysia

Solo traveler

1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory - Female Only

Stayed 4 nights in June 2013

Comfort room and good location ”

Clean bath room , friendly staff and free morning coffee

Comfort room with big bed facing lil garden , clean separate bath room and friendly staff , shuttle to airport is not free but pick u up from door step , this hotel don't have a lift if u have heavy luggage thn is inconvenient for u

Reviewed June 16, 2013

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8.0

Excellent

Carmelo from Australia

Solo traveler

1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Male Only

Stayed 2 nights in October 2012

helpful staff”

helpful staff and pretty clean amenities

If you are looking for a hostel this place is pretty good. Staff were really helpful and quick to suggest things like transport to airport, attractions in San Francisco and directions. The actual building and furniture are pretty dated but they are kept clean which is good.
About the location, it is not exactly near Union Sq or SFO CBD but it is a good 15 minute walk on a slow pace. So it's do-able but if you're out to explore make sure you have everything because it is not a quick walk.

Reviewed November 12, 2012

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8.4

Excellent

Dhyang from Indonesia

Solo traveler

1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory with Private Bathroom - Female Only

Stayed 1 night in January 2019

Excellent”

good value for its price. there wasnt an elevator, though, so getting my luggage up was a bit of a hassle. staff was friendly and the rooms were clean.

Reviewed January 26, 2019

We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the lack of an elevator in our building. Our front desk staff is happy to assist bringing luggage up or down during your stay.

We are happy to hear you found our front desk staff friendly and helpful during your stay. Thank you for taking the time to provide this feedback. We look forward to seeing you again in the future!

Responded February 01, 2019

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8.0

Excellent

Evelyn from United States

Couple

Classic Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

Stayed 1 night in July 2018

Great find!”

We've been going to SF for over 30 years. Living just down the coast a bit, we like weekend getaways in the city. We've stayed at many hotels, from high end ones near Union Square, to off the beaten track ones. The Music City Hotel is a great small lower-end hotel, in the style of older boutique hotels - meaning small rooms, with shared bathrooms. It was clean, quiet, and comfortable, and a great deal for the money. The location is in Polk Gulch, where we've never stayed, but will return. There are lots of great restaurants and it was a lovely walk to the theater district. I definitely recommend this place.

Reviewed July 19, 2018

We are so happy you found us and hope you keep us in mind for future getaways to the city. Thank you for taking the time to provide this feedback from your stay. It is wonderful you were able to explore a new part of San Francisco after all these years as Polk Street certainly does have a lot to offer.

Responded July 20, 2018

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10.0

Exceptional

Helen from Australia

Couple

Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

Stayed 2 nights in June 2018

Exceptional”

This place has a great location - close to public transport, in an interesting part of the city. Staff were helpful and there was a nice vibe about the place; good for baby boomers with an interest in music.

Reviewed June 26, 2018

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8.4

Excellent

Bich from Vietnam

Solo traveler

Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

Stayed 3 nights in June 2018

Great location for budget traveller.”

The location is the greatest privilege about this hotel. It will take you around 15-20 mins walking to the bustling Union Square. You can also reach some bus stops and cable car stations within a few steps. There are some good cafe nearby for breakfast, and some Spanish and Thai restaurants for dinner.

Reviewed June 12, 2018

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10.0

Exceptional

Siddharth from Taiwan

Business traveler

1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Male Only

Stayed 6 nights in May 2018

Cheap, convenient and very hospitable!”

Music city hotel is a cheap hotel. Seriously cheap. People might think this could mean they are not good at some services or something. It's okay to be a cynic or criticize others. I must admit I could be neither after staying here for 6 nights. The people at the reception desk are super friendly. They serve nice hot coffee from 9 am to 11 pm! Room is cleaned every day. Yes, you read that correctly! Every single day!!! How many hotels do that these days?! If you are going to be in SF for some work and are near the vicinity of this hotel, don't bother looking to stay anywhere else. I bet you won't regret it!

Reviewed May 30, 2018

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10.0

Exceptional

Priscila from Canada

Couple

Deluxe King Room with Private Bathroom

Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

Awesome Hotel!”

My boyfriend and I absolutely loved this hotel!
Location is great! Lots of restaurants around, pharmacy, bus, barber, shops.....Awesome music atmosphere and decor!! The rehearsal room in the basement are a piece of art!
Will definitely stay there again!!
Priscila & Rudy

Reviewed May 22, 2018

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7.2

Very good

George from United States

Solo traveler

1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Male Only

Stayed 1 night in May 2018

Big Bang for your Buck for San Francisco hostel/hotel!”

Great central San Francisco location, clean neat dorm rooms and reasonably priced for short term stay! The upper double bunks were a bit difficult to get in & out of! There isn't a community place or room to hang out or eat! The coin op laundromat has been removed.

Reviewed May 11, 2018

Hello George,
Thanks for sharing this feedback with us. We are very glad to hear that your enjoy our location, price, and the cleanliness of our rooms! We are currently working on developing a common area that is specific to hotel guests, however in the meantime, please enjoy the common area location on our basement level, among our music rehearsal rooms. Hopefully, we will get our new common area up and running shortly. All the best!